Re: Eye irritation (and Fougera Puralube ointment)

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This sounds like something you should see a doctor about.

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I made the switch from Lacrilube to Puralube, as well, and my eye, for whatever reason, has been doing much better on the Puralube. Since I started using the new ointment three months ago, I haven't had any problems with it that would lead me to believe that it's causing eye irritation or infection. I agree, the savings are fantastic and I feel that Puralube is better for my eye, so I don't think I'll be going back to the ol' blue box anytime soon. Hope this helps--

Greg

Dear fellow/a Eye Lubies:The past couple days, my eye (inside corner) has gotten increasingly irritated. There's pain to the touch now and when I look in the mirror I see it's swollen in that area of the eyelid. At first, I thought it was just dry 'cause of the air outside, so I've been using tons of RefreshPlus (preservative-free) drops during the day. It's gotten worse today, though, and I am trying to figure out what it can be. I've been using the Puralube for a few months now and it's been great so far, but I thought I'd check to make sure everyone else who is using it hasn't had any problems with it. I love the savings (and the fact you get more in each tube) compared to the Lacrilube, but I definitely wouldn't mind paying the extra money if it meant protecting my eye!Thanks for any comments you have to offer,

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Yes, i agree. I get eyelashes turned in pretty frequntly and that causes

pain and irratation. It is easier for an ophthamologist to get them then to

hunt for them yourself. Also, if there is any infection, he can treat it.

Re: Eye irritation (and Fougera Puralube ointment)

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I'm definitely getting into the doc. I will probably go to whichever I can get

in

first, but there is a choice between my local opthalmologist (who I haven't

actually

seen for quite a few years...) and the neuro-opthalmologist who I see

periodically to do

my check-ups/stuff associated with NF2. The local one is in town, but the other

is in

Indy (3 hours away). If it's just an infection or eyelash, the local one is

probably

more than fine, but is there any feeling this may be something deeper

manifesting

outward signs (for instance, I have tumors on my optic region and if this is

related to

those, the n-o would probably be more adept at catching what was going on)?

Thanks!

Lori Phibbs wrote:

> Yes, i agree. I get eyelashes turned in pretty frequntly and that causes

> pain and irratation. It is easier for an ophthamologist to get them then to

> hunt for them yourself. Also, if there is any infection, he can treat it.

> Re: Eye irritation (and Fougera Puralube ointment)

> > This sounds like something you should see a doctor about.

[Guest guest]

You know, I am not a Dr BUT, as long as you can rotate your eye well in

the socket, as long as it dilates and undilates with the other in response

to light, as ALSO if the pain is not deep (my eye tumor felt like my eyeball

was being pushed out of my skull when it grew) then I think the local guy is

a fine bet. If it doesn't get better, i would have a MRI.

Luck to you!!! Lori

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[Guest guest]

You know, I am not a Dr BUT, as long as you can rotate your eye well in

the socket, as long as it dilates and undilates with the other in response

to light, as ALSO if the pain is not deep (my eye tumor felt like my eyeball

was being pushed out of my skull when it grew) then I think the local guy is

a fine bet. If it doesn't get better, i would have a MRI.

Luck to you!!! Lori

Re: Eye irritation (and Fougera Puralube ointment)

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[Guest guest]

You know, I am not a Dr BUT, as long as you can rotate your eye well in

the socket, as long as it dilates and undilates with the other in response

to light, as ALSO if the pain is not deep (my eye tumor felt like my eyeball

was being pushed out of my skull when it grew) then I think the local guy is

a fine bet. If it doesn't get better, i would have a MRI.

Luck to you!!! Lori

Re: Eye irritation (and Fougera Puralube ointment)

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Lori,

You wrote about eye problems and mentioned the eyes dilating differently as a

symptom. Yikes, this has been happening with Anne for about 3 or 4 years.

But nothing has shown in her brain MRIs. Is this a symptom that you or any

others have had? Please write S.A.P. Thanks Vicki